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The Network of Alcohol and other Drugs Agencies (NADA) is the peak organisation for the non government alcohol and other drugs sector in NSW. We represent close to 100 organisational members that provide a broad range of alcohol and other drugs services including health promotion and harm reduction, early intervention, treatment and continuing care programs. Together, we work to reduce the harms related to alcohol and other drugs use across the NSW community. Learn more.

News

NADA launches ‘The Alcohol and Other Drugs Treatment Guidelines for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People’

The ‘Alcohol and Other Drugs Treatment Guidelines for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People’ resource has been developed
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Sector Watch: May 2020

COVID-19 funding opportunities update As members will be aware, the NADA CEO has been nominated the leader for the NSW
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NADA launches the ‘Workforce capability framework’

Central to workforce performance are capabilities—the knowledge, skills and attributes that workers must demonstrate to perform their roles effectively. Developed
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NADA launches wellbeing resources to support AOD workers during COVID-19

NADA is pleased to launch the following resources to support AOD workers during these challenging times: Coping with stress and
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Events

04Jun

CMHDARN Webinar: Evaluating service changes due to COVID-19

  • 10:30am – 11:30am
  • Online webinar, at your computer,
COVID-19 has forced dramatic changes in the delivery of mental health…
04Jun

Members only forum: Community based (out-client) services

  • 3:30pm – 4:30pm
  • Online webinar, at your computer,
This members only event provides an opportunity for NADA members…
09Jun

Webinar: Igniting First Session Engagement

  • 12:00pm – 1:00pm
  • Online webinar, at your computer,
For every 10 clients that take the first step to…

Resources

Alcohol and other drugs treatment guidelines for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people – in a non-Aboriginal setting

The ‘Alcohol and other drugs treatment guidelines for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’ resource has been developed to support non-Aboriginal service providers ...
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Workforce capability framework

Central to workforce performance are capabilities—the knowledge, skills and attributes that workers must demonstrate to perform their roles effectively. Developed for, and with input from ...
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Well Beings

NADA is excited to launch Well Beings, a short-animation series with practical, evidence based tips and tricks to reduce stress and enhance health and wellbeing. ...
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For frontline workers and their clients

This page will be continually updated. Last update: 2 June 2020 For news and resources specific to managers and leaders, click here. For members’ frequently asked questions, ...
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Working with families

Working with families

NADA in partnership with Family Drug Support and the Ministry of Health NSW Government, developed training and resources for the AOD sector and other primary ...
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policy toolkit

Policy toolkit

Developed by NADA, this toolkit supports the formal quality improvement program of non government AOD organisations. Download the files to easily create or review operational ...
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AOD LGBTIQ inclusive guidelines for treatment providers

Although members of LGBTI and HIV positive communities use AOD for many of the same reasons as the population at large, there is evidence to ...
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Courses

Coping with stress and uncertainty during COVID-19 Feeling overwhelmed and on edge in the wake of COVID-19? You’re not alone. As difficult as this situation ...
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Recorded webinars

Cultivating capability Would you like some practical information on how to support your staff with their capability development while balancing their wellbeing at work in ...
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audit tool

Consumer participation audit tool

Did you know that at their core, the principles of consumer participation relate to human rights, health outcomes, relationships, service delivery, as well as accreditation ...
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Jobs

Program Coordinator (Online)

  • Full-time
  • Brisbane or Sydney (Pyrmont), some WFH an option
SMART Recovery Australia
SMART Recovery
Applications close: 8 Jun 2020
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Network updates

Gender and sexuality diverse AOD worker network

Why has NADA created this network? Gender and sexuality diverse people are a priority in the National Drug Strategy, and
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NADA practice leadership group

Network update The NADA Practice Leadership Group (NPLG) held its quarterly meeting in December. The network: invites NADA members to
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Research network

Network update Apply now for ethical consultation for your research / evaluation project The CMHDARN Research Ethics Consultation Committee provides
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Youth AOD services network

Network update The Youth AOD Services Network will meet again on 18 March, with a view to planning training and
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